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Phenix City, AL vs Gainesville, GA

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Are people in Gainesville older or younger than people in Phenix City?
- The Median Age in Gainesville is 3.4 years younger than in Phenix City.

Are housing costs cheaper in Gainesville or Phenix City?
- Gainesville housing costs are 96.9% more expensive than Phenix City housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Gainesville or Phenix City?
- The average commute for residents of Gainesville is 0.1 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Phenix City.

Things to do in Phenix City?
Phenix City, Alabama is found in Russell County offering its citizens access to parks including Phenix City Riverwalk while also having shopping options near Peachtree Mall plus multiple restaurants including Just Friends

Things to do in Gainesville?
Gainesville, Georgia sits within Hall county giving people a variety of culture attractions ranging from Brenau University to Smithgall Arts Center as well as nearby restaurants including The Olive Tree Grill.

 Phenix City, ALGainesville, GAUnited States
 Population  Unlock41,730329,725,481
 Median Income$43,296  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock32.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$167,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time21.78  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Phenix City    2 Reviews

Phenix City Ala--Has got to be the arm pit of the south---Lack of jobs makes it a very dangerous place to live,crime is out of control --drugs are every where and the  More

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I live in Fort Mitchell and the school ratio teacher to student at Fort Mitchell is incorrect. Its more like 25 students per teacher and its growing rapidly as many  More

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Reviews for Gainesville    6 Reviews

Over 10 years ago

Don't know if it is the proximity to Atlanta that keeps prices high or the rural/frugal thinking that keeps housing opportunities at a minimum, but after living here for  More

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I moved to Gainesville,Ga in 2010 from NYC and I have found it's a great place to raise your childrens and a good quality of life.It's a good place to live. Gainesville  More

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Over 16 years ago

This is a great place to live if you like the country feel and enjoy all 4 seasons. Nice people and lots to  More

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